Sometimes the simplest dishes are the ones that bring the most joy. Whether you are looking for a fresh meal idea for lunch or something light for dinner, a pasta salad with Caesar dressing can completely transform your everyday menu. It is flavorful, rich, and refreshingly different, especially when made with fresh ingredients and premium extra virgin olive oil. At Beyond the Olive, we believe that great flavor starts with the right foundation. Our creamy Caesar dressing recipe uses our Arroyo Seco Extra Virgin Olive Oil, which adds depth and smoothness to every bite. This is not your usual Caesar; it is enhanced with crumbled blue cheese for a delightful Mediterranean twist that makes every forkful more satisfying. The secret...
It's a mouthful alright - and we didn't even list all of the ingredients!åÊ åÊHere‰Ûªs a perfect quick side dish everyone will love, and it's a healthy alternative to heavy beans or pasta salads.åÊ Our Golden Masala Balsamic and Smoked Olive Oil make itåÊunique. No need for lots of spices, because our balsamic combines various chili, ginger, oregano, cinnamon, cumin and other spices.åÊåÊIt is warm but not spicy hot.åÊ Ingredients 1 bunch chopped black or red kale, about 4 cups åÊ 1 cup quinoa (cooked per the package instructions) 1 cup chopped fresh pineapple (or mango) 1 (15 oz.) can organic black beans 1 1/2 cups chopped grape tomatoes 1/2åÊåÊcupåÊGolden Masala BalsamicåÊ 1/3 cup lime juice 2 tbspåÊSmoked Olive OilåÊ...
Ingredients 2 pounds quartered small red or gold potatoes (skins on) 1/3 cup Tuscan extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup Lambrusco Red Wine Vinegar 5 sliced scallions 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill 1 tablespoon mustard (we prefer spicy brown or Dijon) 1 teaspoon toasted caraway seeds 1 pound bacon or vegan bacon (cooked and crumbled) - optional 2 stalks celery chopped - optional, but we love the crunch 2 hard boiled eggs sliced - omit if vegan Salt Cracked Pepper Cover potatoes with cold salted water, bring to a boil, and cook until tender; drain and transfer to a large bowl. Blend all remaining ingredients together - except for egg. Drizzle over potatoes and toss. Gently blend in egg, reserving a...
SPRING MIX AND FRUITY BALSAMIC DRESSING
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(Serves: 4)
Ingredients:
1/4 cup Beyond the Olive Arbosana Blend Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 Tbsp. Beyond the Olive Blueberry, Blackberry or Fig Balsamic Vinegar
Salt and Pepper to taste
10 cups Spring Mix or leafy greens, loosely placed
Directions:
Whisk olive oil and balsamic together in a bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste. Place Spring Mix in a large salad bowl, drizzle dressing over greens and toss well.
Add any or all of the following to make your own special salad: crumbled Feta, sliced apples, mandarin oranges, dried cranberries, toasted almonds, cherry tomatoes.
